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Pearl Oyster Disk Buttons

Flat, two-hole buttons cut from pearl oyster shells, commonly used on blouses and casual shirts for a subtle shimmer. HTS 9606.29.40.00 applies as they are finished buttons of genuine shell, not molds or blanks.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin Country	MFN Rate	Ch.99 Surcharges	Total Effective Rate
🇨🇳China	2.5%	+35.0%	37.5%
🇲🇽Mexico	2.5%	+10.0%	12.5%
🇨🇦Canada	2.5%	+10.0%	12.5%
🇩🇪Germany	2.5%	+10.0%	12.5%
🇯🇵Japan	2.5%	+10.0%	12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9606.21Lower: 14.7% vs 37.5%

If of natural ivory or worked ivory

Ivory buttons, being animal-derived but distinct from shell, have their own subheading.

6204.62Lower: 26.6% vs 37.5%

If permanently attached to women's cotton trousers

Integral fasteners on finished garments classify with the apparel item.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide supplier affidavits confirming natural shell origin to prevent duty disputes

• Package securely to avoid breakage, as customs may inspect for authenticity

• Avoid declaring as 'imitation pearl' which shifts to Chapter 71

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